Brooklyn Center raises minimum age to buy tobacco products to 21
Brooklyn Center is 16th city in state to change the minimum age to 21.
Minneapolis School District returns to post-Labor Day start to school year
The school board approved the change, which starts next fall, after hearing from parents.
St. Paul's RiverCentre parking ramp reopens after repairs
The ramp was shut down in May after a chunk of concrete fell on a parked car.
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Becker County man jailed in Audubon death
Authorities say there is no threat to the public.
FBI: Ex-Shakopee superintendent sought bribe from school contractor
Rod Thompson, 53, is already facing 20 felony counts related to accusations that he embezzled more than $70,000 from the school district.
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Lyft driver carjacked in St. Cloud; car crashes killing both thieves
The driver had gotten out of the vehicle and called police.
Ramsey County, Arden Hills at odds over ammo plant project
County negotiators called for a pause in hopes of returning to negotiations later.
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Fire destroys Zup's, the only grocery store in Cook, Minn.
Loss of a much-loved Iron Range food store brings an outpouring of sympathy.
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Feed My Starving Children founder Richard Proudfit dies at 88
The Christian-based organization has packed and sent more than 2 billion meals to starving people in 70 countries around the world.
Hutchinson win confirmed; Sheriff Stanek silent on recount
Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek issued a statement congratulating Dave Hutchinson and said the transition is underway. But a spokesman said the sheriff wasn't ready to discuss whether he would ask for a recount.
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Give to the Max Day celebrates 10 years, looks to help nonprofits year-round
Donors gave a record $20.6 million last year.
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Minnesota reports rise in hate crimes, too
Reports in the state during 2017 increased more than 22 percent, rising from 119 in 2016 to 146.
North Memorial had right to rescind job offer to nurse who wanted Sabbath off, court rules
The medical center presented evidence that such an accommodation was "not feasible," the ruling said.
No more circling: Mall of America lights the way to open parking spots
The camera-based system is the mall's latest effort to make parking easier.
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St. Paul civilian review commission recommended few police misconduct allegations for discipline
Results released Tuesday show few St. Paul cases forwarded for discipline.
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Twin Cities transit advocates saw a lot to like in election results
Some hope Democratic majorities will boost bus and rail funding in the Twin Cities.
Gas leak led to 'significant' bus delays for some Minneapolis Public Schools students
A gas leak delayed afternoon transportation for more than 1,000 Minneapolis students.
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